Space Optomechanical Systems Group Leader - Active Clearance Required
Core
Lead a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers in the design, analysis, assembly, integration, and test of optomechanical space systems for the Space Science and Security Program.
Role type
Senior IC Group Leader (Space Optomechanical Systems)
Builds
Optomechanical space systems and subsystems
Domain
National Security / Space Systems Engineering
Required skills
Technical leadership, system design, analysis, assembly, integration, test, workforce management, strategic planning, security compliance
Preferred skills
PhD in engineering/physical science, experience with USG agencies, funding solicitation, mentoring postdocs
Technologies
Space-based system design tools, optomechanical integration frameworks
Responsibilities
Provide technical and operational leadership to a multi-disciplinary team; coordinate recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management; manage parallel tasks and prioritize work to meet program targets; provide strategic insight to the program; foster interactions with other groups; monitor performance and ensure compliance with safety and security requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities